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#37. All Preparations Complete 3

The moment we entered the room, we returned to our original relationship.

Jiyeon-i personally untied my collar and took off the bra she was wearing. Seeing her panties soaked with precum, she made a troubled expression.

“I’ll have to wash these at home…”

We wiped the floor without a word and came back into the room. Fortunately, Mom and my older sister never woke up.

Even after we were ready for bed and lay down, Jiyeon-i didn’t ask anything.

So I cautiously opened my mouth first.

“Jiyeon-ah… earlier, when we… did that…”

“…I know what you’re trying to say.”

“……….”

“Doyun-ah, has our relationship already gone that far? …But don’t worry too much about it.”

It was the first time I had ever lain with Jiyeon-i in my room, on my bed, no less.

She gently cupped my cheeks with both palms.

“Just as you’ve become the man I want, I will become the woman you want.”

“That means…”

“If you don’t consent, I won’t do anything. Not until I die. Only you can do with me as you please.”

Yes, no one could treat Jiyeon-i carelessly. Netorare, after all, presupposes that it’s only possible with the man’s permission.

If so, I should just live like this. Nothing more will change.

“But what you said at the end… I liked it.”

“The end? What did I say…?”

“You decisively refused my touch and said it wasn’t over. Honestly, even though it’s a difficult play, I liked that you were so immersed in it with me. It was like you recognized the same Master as me…”

“Ah… hahaha…”

In her world, I wasn’t her Master. She probably didn’t mean to ignore me, but hearing that made me feel a surge of emotion.

Even if I was equally immersed, my pride as a man found it incredibly difficult to bear.

…Then who is it, exactly? That esteemed Master.

…Director Nam? Is it that bastard Namgeon?

I know you contacted Director Nam separately. I know you tried to make a good impression when you were doing adult costume photoshoots.

But in the end, that man didn’t cross the final line. Instead, he went back to being like the ‘study cafe owner’ who treated you kindly during your high school days.

And yet you’re still thinking of him…? Even if I don’t have much power, are you really thinking of Namgeon while your boyfriend is right next to you?!

“………No.”

“Huh…?”

“It’s you, Doyun-ah.”

Before I knew it, I had thrown off the blanket like a beast and was on top of her. Even I didn’t know why I was so aggressive all of a sudden.

Jiyeon-i smiled faintly and hugged me. I plunged into her embrace, as vast as the open sea.

“It’s true that I wavered for a moment, but now I know what I know. My Master is you.”

“But I…”

“You don’t trust me? No. The Master I’m talking about is you after you’ve grown even more. The future Hong Doyun who completely subjugates me as his slave. That is my Master.”

Don’t fall into defeatism anymore. Her gaze seemed to say just that.

Overjoyed and feeling loved, I burrowed deeper into Jiyeon-i’s embrace. Just then, her 《Character Info》 glowed.

Even without a 《Fate Choice》 appearing, her Fate Resistance had increased by an astounding 90%.

“Thank you, Jiyeon-ah. For being by my side.”

Only then did I truly realize it. Jiyeon-i had completely returned to her old self.

That day, I was able to sleep soundly. In my dream, dressed in a splendid suit, I slipped a vow ring onto Jiyeon-i’s blushing finger.

We exchanged kisses amidst the cheers of the guests. I looked around at everyone, overwhelmed with emotion.

“Congratulations, Doyun-ah! Your big sister believed in you!”

Doha Noona continuously took pictures, wishing us happiness. Chaerin-i, who was next to her, also nodded and clapped.

“That Hong Doyun… you bastard… still, I’ll congratulate you.”

Mom, sitting in the front row, had tears welling up in her eyes.

Geez, she’s shown this side of herself for years now, what’s with the tears all of a sudden…

I loved my mother, who had supported me in everything so I could grow up well, and I always would.

“…Congratulations, Doyun-ah. I’ll also work hard for your future.”

Hmm…?

Someone spoke right behind Mom. Looking closely, it was Dohyeok Sunbae. Ah… even Sunbae came to congratulate me.

Thank you, Sunbae. Thank you for always helping me.

“Doyun-ah~! You haven’t forgotten your big sister, have you…? I came with Director-nim. We have a connection, after all, and it’s nice to see you two like this.”

“Though the time we’ve met in person has been brief, congratulations, Doyun-gun. You’ve grown so dependable.”

Chaebin Noona…? And Director Nam too? Why are these two here… Ah, well, there’s no reason to refuse their congratulations.

“Thank you, everyone. Jiyeon-ah, let’s greet them together… Jiyeon-ah…?”

I turned back to Jiyeon-i, but she had disappeared somewhere.

Huh… Jiyeon-i… where is she? Why suddenly…

“Alright, now, for today’s protagonist, the most beautiful bride in this world, please welcome her entrance. Everyone, please give her a warm round of applause.”

The doors opened, and Jiyeon-i appeared, wearing a dazzling wedding dress. But her attire was strange.

She stood wearing a blindfold and a gag on her face, bound by a red collar around her neck. Someone behind Jiyeon-i was holding the leash.

Again, shouts and cheers erupted from everyone, and Jiyeon-i slowly knelt and prostrated herself on the spot.

“………Jiyeon… ah?”

Taking one step at a time on her knees, she approached me. Jiyeon-i’s dress was so thin that it was almost completely see-through, but for some reason, the inside wasn’t clearly visible, as if shrouded in mist.

Feeling a sense of unease in this situation, where the applause never ceased, I looked at Mom in the audience.

Then, Mom, who had just been wiping away tears, was respectfully standing next to Dohyeok Sunbae, wearing an extremely short top like a school uniform and a short skirt that didn’t even cover her buttocks.

“This… how could this be…?”

Cold sweat streamed down, and my vision gradually blurred. My stomach churned, making it difficult to stay conscious.

During that time, my vision became jumbled, and unknown scenes flashed by. Soon, I seemed to be standing on a stage to take a photo, but my nausea remained.

“Let’s take a group photo! Everyone, say cheese~!”

“Wait a moment, I… I’m so dizzy…”

…………….

………All preparations are complete. Answer, Hong Doyun. Will you pull that trigger?

….

“………Dizzy, ugh… u-uh…?”

It was morning.

I felt like I had a dream, but I couldn’t remember it. I got up, ate breakfast with everyone, and came out to see Jiyeon-i off.

“Doyun-ah, I just contacted Director Chaebin…”

“Yeah. What happened?”

“The contract is structured so that payment is made after several shoots are completed, so if we quit now, we might have to pay a penalty…”

“Penalty… how much?”

“But Director-nim said she doesn’t need a penalty. Instead, she asked me to help her with something soon.”

“What kind of work?”

“Hmm… she said it was some kind of club. She wants me to be a bartender for an hour or two there. I don’t know much about alcohol, so I wonder if I’ll be okay…?”

“Wait a minute, Jiyeon-ah… a club? Did you say a club?”

I grabbed her shoulders and asked again. If it was Chaebin Noona and a club, only one place came to mind.

It was the social club.

“Ah, no. That can’t be it. How much exactly is the penalty fee?”

“She didn’t tell me… but it seems like it’ll be quite a lot. It’s okay, I’ll pay it if you tell me to. I have some money saved up, so I can manage it.”

“First, we need to find out about that… Oh, sorry. I need to take this call.”

I turned on my phone and answered a call from an unknown number. If anyone would call at this moment, it would surely be Joo Chaebin.

-Did you talk to Jiyeon-i?

“You… knew everything? Even about the club…?”

-Because I’m hosting it. I told you I’d give you a chance at first, Doyun. Your Noona is a little excited, you know?

“…Tell me how much I need to pay. That’s all I need to know.”

-Our contract is more complicated than you think. Are you sure you’re okay with that? Wouldn’t it be better to just be a bartender for two hours, as I said? That’s all.

“I can’t trust just words.”

-Are you worried? You won’t be able to hear or see anything in the bar anyway. She just has to make drinks and hand them out. …Wait, I’ll send you a picture.

Immediately, I checked the photos she sent. The bar had a linear structure and didn’t look cramped. Numerous bottles of alcohol were neatly lined up on the shelves behind, and there was a space for making cocktails in the front.

It looked no different from a typical bar, but the difference was that the front and sides were completely blocked by partitions. Drinks could only be passed out through a small hole in the counter.

-How is it? You can show it to Jiyeon-i too. I’ve prepared all the recipes… Don’t worry about the minor details. The place you’ll be and the place the bar is are completely different locations. You won’t meet each other… and she’ll go home without knowing anything.

The structure certainly seemed to pose no problem. But my lingering unease remained.

…Why does she absolutely have to use Jiyeon-i as a bartender? Why is she trying to hold Jiyeon-i back?

-Hmm… I don’t want to force her either, but Jiyeon-i actually has a reason to be here. A reason even she doesn’t know.

“There’s no such thing. Don’t make things up.”

-No, this is a strict fact. Well, that’s that… Doyun, you’re free now, aren’t you? You probably spent all night with Chaerin-i, so you’re used to being trained, right…?

“I—I didn’t do that much…!”

-Oh really? Heh heh, but it was already planned for you to be out of the target. Once the social club ends, our connection is over. You won’t have to grovel under Chaerin-i anymore.

“…Really?”

-Yes, really. You could say my interest has waned. There are plenty of other kids… It was fun while it lasted. Doyun, you really are a good man.

“You have to keep your promise.”

I hung up the phone and looked behind me. Jiyeon-i had moved far away so as not to disturb my call.

“Who was it? That was a long call.”

“Director Joo Chaebin. She called me directly to persuade me.”

“…Director-nim called you? Why?”

“Well… there’s a reason. Anyway, Jiyeon-ah, the work… it seems okay to do it. I’ll send you the photos first.”

“I was checking my bank balance… That’s unexpected, Doyun-ah.”

“She said there was a reason you had to come, but I didn’t hear the reason. There shouldn’t be any dangerous work, but still, make sure to set up a voice recorder or camera.”

Jiyeon-i looked at each of the received photos. Then she mumbled, as if something occurred to her.

“I also heard some conditions… This should be safe enough. She said the staff I’ll be working with are other women, and I won’t directly see or talk to any customers at all. She also said I’d be able to contact you immediately after work is done… Hmm… What else was it…?”

“That’s enough. If you think you can do it, then it’s fine.”

“Honestly, it’s such a good condition that I’m a bit flustered… Anyway, I’ll do my best.”

Jiyeon-i would attend the social club as a bartender, and I as a club participant.

When I received Chaebin Noona’s call, I had intended to refuse it outright. At the same time, I waited for the 《Fate Choice》 to appear.

If this offer were truly dangerous, a choice that would determine my fate would have appeared. But nothing came up.

Of course, that alone didn’t reassure me. I should take all possible precautions. I’ll also ask Mom to stay in contact with Jiyeon-i…

Buzz—

“Huh? A message…”

「Did you see the social club invitation? Ready? Come to my house tomorrow. Absolutely no jerking off. I’ll check your balls.」

It was Chaerin-i’s text message.

Good, now it was time to have one last talk with her.